Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V1

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are designed by Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1").

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The 1 S2 was released 2 years later than the 1 V1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 1 S2 matches up vs the 1 V1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 S2 and Nikon 1 V1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery and Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S2 features outer dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 V1 has measurements of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Check out the Nikon 1 S2 vs Nikon 1 V1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 S2 against the 1 V1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and 1 V1 is 93 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S2 and 1 V1.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon 1 S2 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 4.2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher 1 S2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.